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Preacher · 07-21-2006, 04:34 PM

(note: I have used the search function for threads that answer these questions but was unable to find one).

What is the best way to measure for jackets and knickers? (I have a cloth tape measure but I am unsure of where to take the best measurements for the best fit.) Most sites that I have looked at give different examples of where to measure, such as just inside leg and waist for knickers and one site said just waist and chest measurements for jackets.

How much extra space should I leave for my knickers and jacket. (how loose is to loose and how tight should it be in certian areas)

P.S. Last time I bought knickers and a jacket it was at an event and it was all done for me. also I think they weren't fitted right last time but not knowing much I kept them and didn't fuss.

MyrddinsPrecint · 07-21-2006, 04:43 PM

Honestly, the best way to get stuff that fits is to get it during an event.

Failing that- as in this case- try on gear of a friend's. Or go to your club, and try on as much of it as possible, figuring out what fits.

This obviously works better if the club you go to A) has people your size and B) has the brand you're looking to buy.

That said, you can always call/email the company. They usually know how sizes run, and can help you....

Personally, I've found that a little roomey is always better than a little tight. (Jury is still out on a little tight vs. very roomey....)

thud · 07-22-2006, 11:06 PM

If you can't try stuff out, your best bet is to contact the vendor. They usually make recommendations as to where to measure and how roomy to order your gear. Each vendor does it slightly differently, so once you've settled on an order, go with that company's guidelines.

D+F+P=Hadouken! · 07-22-2006, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by MyrddinsPrecint

Personally, I've found that a little roomey is always better than a little tight. (Jury is still out on a little tight vs. very roomey....)

It really depends on who is wearing it.

MyrddinsPrecint · 07-22-2006, 11:23 PM

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Originally Posted by D+F+P=Hadouken!

It really depends on who is wearing it.

Well, having a pair of knickers not FALL OFF is important. Also, being able to move ones arms. Or, arm. That's really what I'm thinking.

I still have my old pair of knickers......... the ones that are see-thru? They're great for mixed tournaments.

Purple Fencer · 07-22-2006, 11:27 PM

Waist for knickers, chest (under the armpits) for jackets...presuming you are norally proportioned...if you're carrying a lot of extra weightm you may need a custom size.

For companies using teh Uhlmann sizing chart (Fencing Post and H.O.M., for example) you take the chest measurement in inches and add 12 if you;re a man (4 if you're a woman) to get the euro size, which is the size on the jacket itself....thus a man with a 40 inch chest wears a size 52 jacket.

D+F+P=Hadouken! · 07-22-2006, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by MyrddinsPrecint

I still have my old pair of knickers......... the ones that are see-thru? They're great for mixed tournaments.

As I said, it depends.

Nobody wants to see a war pig in tight-see-thru knickers with the camel toe effect.

If its an attractive lady, then its really not bad at all.

MyrddinsPrecint · 07-22-2006, 11:38 PM

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Originally Posted by D+F+P=Hadouken!

If its an attractive lady, then its really not bad at all.

Unless you want to make sure she won't get a blade through the leg, in which case....... a more robust fabric might be preferable.

BySword · 07-23-2006, 12:47 AM

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Originally Posted by MyrddinsPrecint

Unless you want to make sure she won't get a blade through the leg, in which case....... a more robust fabric might be preferable.

I actually prefer having DFP with the see thru pants (not that I want to see it) and get a blade in his leg.

prototoast · 07-23-2006, 01:13 AM

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Originally Posted by MyrddinsPrecint

Unless you want to make sure she won't get a blade through the leg, in which case....... a more robust fabric might be preferable.

Without a doubt, an attractive woman in tight, see-through knickers will surely lead to increased penetration.

KD5MDK · 07-23-2006, 04:57 AM

I'd think that's rather up to her, and I hope everyone would agree.

MrSprinkles · 07-23-2006, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by MyrddinsPrecint

(Jury is still out on a little tight vs. very roomey....)

I know somebody who fences (epée) in a VERY roomy jacket. it will often catch a point on his arms, but because the jacket is so loose there's a good 2-3 inches between his chest and the jacket. It catches a lot of people, because they hit him square in the chest and the light doesn't go off. It can really mess with your sense of distance when your opponents chest looks a few inches closer than it actually is.

MyrddinsPrecint · 07-23-2006, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by MrSprinkles

I know somebody who fences (epée) in a VERY roomy jacket. it will often catch a point on his arms, but because the jacket is so loose there's a good 2-3 inches between his chest and the jacket. It catches a lot of people, because they hit him square in the chest and the light doesn't go off. It can really mess with your sense of distance when your opponents chest looks a few inches closer than it actually is.

but in sabre, it's less good!

tubbyFencer · 07-23-2006, 11:59 PM

Have a problem with my knickers, to find something that fits my girth (okay I admit I am short and round), I find it length reaching two inches from my ankles.. so pulling them up toward me knees, I look like one of the characters off the moive The King and I.. with those balloning pants..

Goldgar · 07-24-2006, 01:45 AM

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Originally Posted by tubbyFencer

Have a problem with my knickers, to find something that fits my girth (okay I admit I am short and round), I find it length reaching two inches from my ankles.. so pulling them up toward me knees, I look like one of the characters off the moive The King and I.. with those balloning pants..

Most vendors who make their own uniforms will make one to order if you give them your measurements.

Purple Fencer · 07-24-2006, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by tubbyFencer

Have a problem with my knickers, to find something that fits my girth (okay I admit I am short and round), I find it length reaching two inches from my ankles.. so pulling them up toward me knees, I look like one of the characters off the moive The King and I.. with those balloning pants..

Tubby....go to my website (see my sig block) and scroll down teh front page until you hit the custom sizing link. Thay's teh firm I use...just remember that all of the measurements are in centimeters.